Community Care Assistant (Community Health Worker)

Vancouver Coastal Health • Vancouver, BC

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Within the context of a client and family centered care model and in accordance with established vision and values of the organization, the Community Care Assistant works under the direction of the Supervisor/Coordinator/Manager or delegate to provide home support services to clients. Assists clients with varied levels of care, observes, and reports significant changes in the client’s presentation. Collaborates with the health care team, clients and their caregivers to maximize independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). Motivates, encourages, and involves clients in their care. Provides input and feedback in the care planning process to the health care team.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized Health Care Assistant Program.
• Current/Active Registration with BC Community Health Worker and Care Aide Registry.
• Valid BC Driver’s license and access to a vehicle, as local area travel may be required unless specified in the posting.
• Basic knowledge of client-centered care and promoting independence.
• Demonstrates correct use of body-mechanics and knowledge of injury prevention.
• Knowledge in workplace violence prevention including personal safety techniques.
• Knowledge of patient centered care with people with dementia.
• Demonstrated ability to practice from a harm reduction approach.
• Basic technology literacy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in verbal, nonverbal, and written skills through a variety of communication methods (e.g. paper and/or electronic chart, telephone and in-person).
• Basic knowledge of self-care and motivational support.
• Demonstrated ability to apply culturally safe and competent care, including when working with Indigenous peoples.
• Ability to organize workload priorities within a team environment.
• Ability to take direction from the health care team and clients.
• Ability to motivate clients and encourage progression through therapeutic goals.
• Ability to respond effectively and appropriate in a workplace setting.
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interacting with persons with dementia, geriatric and/or palliative population will be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide home support services to clients.
• Assist clients with varied levels of care.
• Observe and report significant changes in the client’s presentation.
• Collaborate with the health care team, clients and their caregivers to maximize independence with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs).
• Motivate, encourage, and involve clients in their care.
• Provide input and feedback in the care planning process to the health care team.
• Perform home management skills (e.g. vacuuming, sweeping, preparing meals, etc.).
• Operate mechanical lifts, following safe work procedures.
• Operate a computerized client care information system and cellular phone.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree